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Why Dan Bongino Returned to Radio But Not to His Old Timeslot

"There's something about hearing a voice. There's no visuals, so there's an intimate nature to the audio-only medium that I think is really difficult to replicate anywhere else."

Why Netflix Must Soon Decide if Paying More for Less Sports Is a Winning Strategy

"At some point, paying more for far less has to be more than a bold move. It has to be a winning one. If the early signs are any indication, Netflix should start rethinking that strategy sooner rather than later."

Music Industry Politics: Avoiding Celebrity Political Commentary Mistakes

"We live in a very divided world right now."

Why Femi Ayanbadejo’s Road to 105.7 The Fan Was Anything But Conventional

"These roles are hard to get. I know what a privilege and an honor it is to get this role. I’m planning to have a great time doing it."

‘Honky Tonkin With Big D & Bubba’ Is A Labor Of Love

“Amarillo was our first affiliate. “Now we are on 100 plus radio stations plus the official Country morning show of the United States military on Armed Forces Radio.”

Ben Beaulieu Upped To Music Director/PM Drive At WKLB Boston

“This incredible opportunity means the world to me because I grew up listening to this station – it’s been the soundtrack to so many moments in my life."

Midwest Country Brand Strategist Tom Baldrica To Retire

"I am retiring from a full-time job, but I am not finished creating. I've got a few things up my sleeve and I'm always willing to talk about an interesting project.

Charlie Cook Reflects On A 54 Year Career and the State of Country Radio

“So, my first thing would be don't retire. And I don't mean that 100%, but I will say that I miss the cowboys, but I don't miss the rodeo."

Westwood One To Debut ‘Country Nights Live with Bev Rainey’

Cumulus Media’s Westwood One has announced the upcoming launch of a new nighttime Country music radio show “Country Nights Live with Bev Rainey.”

99.5 WYCD’s ‘Rob and Holly’ Hosting Thanksgiving Edition

Country 99.5 WYCD-FM will host a special Thanksgiving edition of the "Rob and Holly Show," featuring a collaboration with Chris Lucas and Preston Brust of the Country duo LOCASH.

Music Choice’s Jim Murphy Makes It Work Across Seven Time Zones

"When you're listening to Music Choice in Las Vegas, or in Nashville, or in Portland, Maine, you're hearing exactly the same songs at the very same time, and we do this across seven time zones.”

Mat Media Group Launches ‘Country Hits Now’ Digital Station

This station aims to bridge the gap between contemporary melodies and timeless classics, catering to the tastes of modern listeners.

Consultant’s Corner: John Shomby, Country’s Radio Coach

I listen to a different country station every day in my home office and there are days when I think I’m hearing a station from the day before. Lots are programming not to lose rather than to win.

Consultant’s Corner: Kenny Jay

The format feels good, and that’s a position I felt like we had previously given to Classic Hits.

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"At some point, paying more for far less has to be more than a bold move. It has to be a winning one. If the early signs are any indication, Netflix should start rethinking that strategy sooner rather than later."

Music Industry Politics: Avoiding Celebrity Political Commentary Mistakes

"We live in a very divided world right now."

Why Femi Ayanbadejo’s Road to 105.7 The Fan Was Anything But Conventional

"These roles are hard to get. I know what a privilege and an honor it is to get this role. I’m planning to have a great time doing it."

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